Podcasts are the perfect compliment to true crime with the ability to draw attention to a case you might have never heard about, bring attention to cases that deserve more from law enforcement. What makes crime podcasts so binge-able? Let's find out!

The hardest part of being a true crime fan is that the stories we obsess over often have tragic endings. But the truth is that there are plenty of stories out there where "victims" refuse to give up and do whatever it takes to survive.

Traci is joined by true crime journalist Billy Jensen to explore the subject of serial killers. Why do these human aberrations continue to fascinate and fixate...and is there a better way to talk about the cases?

As true crime fans, we know that beyond the attention hungry criminals and the splashy details is a grieving community. How can we be better at sharing their stories? And how can our fascination do right by the victims and those they left behind?

In 1998, Billy Freitag died in a house fire started by his friend Larry. Billy's sister reveals how delivering a statement in court inspired her to write a book. She describes her determination to live life to the fullest in her brother's memory.

In 1987, Charisse and her young daughter Lacie were murdered in their home. Her son Nicholas survived to tell her story and meets with the case's prosecutor for the first time in 30 years. Their reunion reveals the legacy Charisse has left behind.

When Danny Parmertor was killed in a school shooting in 2012, life would never be the same again for his family. His mother, Dina, describes how creating a memorial fund and connecting with family has given her the strength to carry on.

Kayleigh survived a horrific attack in 2013, but her attacker's first victim died. Kayleigh remembers this victim through poignant keepsakes, regarding her as a guardian angel. She finds healing through skiing and her plans for the future.

In 2008, Shirlee Sherman was murdered by a ruthless stranger. Over a decade later, her siblings reveal how her death transformed their lives. Jeff describes Shirlee's presence in his everyday life and Jetta discloses her own journey toward healing.

In Charlotte, North Carolina, Detective Garry McFadden is the "neighborhood icon". No matter where he goes, he is bound to run into people from his homicide past. Today, he's in for an unexpected surprise that will leave him in tears.

Like every Sunday, Detective Garry McFadden and his wife Cathy are headed to church. Today, they end up having an unexpected encounter in the church parking lot with a convicted felon.

Today, Detective Garry McFadden is on his way to a murder trial. The role he plays will be crucial to the success of the case and its participants.

Like any other busy day, Detective Garry McFadden has many appointments around town. Today, he finds himself discussing issues surrounding police brutality at a local barbershop.

Today, Detective Garry McFadden needs to get away from it all and decides to go fly fishing. While in the creek, he takes time to reminisce about his 35 years as a homicide detective and the victims he will always remember.

A pre-wedding trip to Las Vegas evolves into a sexual escapade on a ferris wheel for Philip Panzica without his bride to be. But who wanted him dead and was money the motive?

For Sherese Bingham, her two dogs were as dear to her as actual family members. She was out walking the dogs in Indianapolis the night she was shot dead. It took authorities near two years to crack the case. But they finally made an arrest.